Obtaining of Ecological Composites from Wood Waste Using Ionic Liquids

Authors

  • S. Patachia Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • C. Croitoru Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • V. Rusu Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Keywords:

wood composite, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, compression strength, water adsorption, dimensional stability

Abstract

The paper presents an eco-friendly method for obtaining wood composites, as an alternative to traditional fibreboard composite obtaining processes. Our proposed method comprises two steps: namely, dissolving wood in ionic liquids, followed by precipitation by water addition. The precipitated cellulose and lignin act as a natural binder for the wood particles thus avoiding the use of toxic organic resins as adhesives. The obtained composites present good water stability and compressive mechanical strength.

Author Biographies

S. Patachia, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dept. of Product Design, Mechatronics and Environment

C. Croitoru, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dept. of Product Design, Mechatronics and Environment

V. Rusu, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dept. of Product Design, Mechatronics and Environment

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Published

2013-05-27

Issue

Vol. 6(55) No. 1 (2013)

Section

MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING